Dominik Szoboszlai, Cody Gakpo, and Mohamed Salah all scored goals as Liverpool thrashed West Ham 5-1 at Anfield, setting up an easy win for Jurgen Klopp’s team. Still hurting from their Premier League draw against Manchester United the previous weekend, Liverpool unleashed their fury on West Ham from the outset, taking 34 shots on goal to start the game and never letting up. The home team’s constant attacks put West Ham on the back foot the entire time, with Szoboszlai opening the score after Said Benrahma mishandled the ball.
Throughout the match, West Ham struggled to create opportunities, often feeding off scraps as Liverpool maintained their dominance. Despite West Ham’s attempts, they could not find their rhythm against Liverpool’s sturdy defense.
In the second half, Liverpool’s Gakpo and Jones increased the lead, displaying their offensive game intelligence. Even though Bowen gave West Ham a chance to respond, Salah of Liverpool quickly restored their three-goal lead, ensuring a convincing win.
Liverpool’s supremacy was further cemented by Klopp’s strategic substitutions, which included the additions of Salah, Alexander-Arnold, and Konate. The trio made things worse for West Ham, which led to a decisive victory for the home team.
With this commanding win, Liverpool joins Chelsea, Fulham, and Middlesbrough in the League Cup semi-finals, displaying their intent to secure the cup once more. It was a night to forget for West Ham, who were unable to keep up with a resolute Liverpool team.
Liverpool’s brilliant finishing and unrelenting attacking play got them into the semi-finals, where they will play out an exciting League Cup campaign.
